Illinois SB1440 amends the Occupational Safety and Health Act to increase penalties for workplace safety violations.

Illinois SB1440 amends the Occupational Safety and Health Act by increasing the civil penalties for violations. A public employer that repeatedly violates safety laws may face a penalty of up to $10,000 per violation. For willful violations, the penalty can be up to $70,000 per violation. The Director must notify employers of proposed penalties within five days of issuing a citation. Penalties collected are deposited into the state's General Revenue Fund.

Illinois SB1440 amends the Occupational Safety and Health Act to increase penalties for workplace safety violations.

Illinois SB1440 amends the Occupational Safety and Health Act by increasing the civil penalties for violations. A public employer that repeatedly violates safety laws may face a penalty of up to $10,000 per violation. For willful violations, the penalty can be up to $70,000 per violation. The Director must notify employers of proposed penalties within five days of issuing a citation. Penalties collected are deposited into the state's General Revenue Fund.